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City gears up for annual creek vegetation management and debris removal efforts
ATASCADERO — The City of Atascadero is gearing up for the Annual Creek Vegetation Management program for Atascadero Creek, as well as performing a larger debris removal effort along City managed sections of Atascadero and Graves creeks. According to the City, this is a crucial time of year when staff can safely access these areas to remove vegetation and debris, including downed trees and limbs. The following are key details and dates for these work efforts, began on Tuesday, Oct. 3:
North County October Calendar of Events
Enjoy a music featuring Jump Jax, an electrifying quartet of four professional musicians bringing an energetic and danceable mix of classic jump blues, swing, soul, rockabilly and some originals. There will be complimentary tours of Historic City Hall, as well as wine, beer, and other treats to purchase. October 7.
Nominations open for local Outstanding Philanthropist of the Year
SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY — The Association of Fundraising Professionals — San Luis Obispo County Chapter (AFP SLO County) announced the call for nominations for the Local AFP 2023 Outstanding Philanthropist of the Year award. This award seeks to honor individuals, families, businesses, or foundations that have demonstrated exceptional generosity, civic responsibility, and a commitment to charitable giving within San Luis Obispo County.
William Herbert “Bill” Sundius 1932-2023
William Herbert “Bill” Sundius, age 91, of Templeton, CA, died after a brief illness on September 20, 2023. Born in New Haven, CT, in May 1932, he earned his BS in Electrical Engineering from Yale University in 1959. He lived in Connecticut until 1968, when he moved the family to California. He lived in Thousand Oaks until 1986, when he moved to the central coast, living in San Luis Obispo, Paso Robles, and Templeton.
Ann M. Gagnon 1933-2023
Ann Mary Gagnon was born February 17, 1933, in Auburn, Mass. Passed away September 6, 2023, at home in Paso Robles while being lovingly cared for by her children. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Gagnon. They were happily married for 71 years. They had six children, Michele, Noel, Robert, Lisa, David, and Jenny, and six grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.
Patsy Carol Lawhorn (Trish Lawhorn) 1942-2023
Patsy Carol Lawhorn (known as Trish to many), 81, of Atascadero, California, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on August 13, 2023, after a brief illness. Patsy was born on January 22, 1942, in West Plains, Missouri, to Charles “Oscar” Lawhorn and Ruth Madge Holloway.
Long Walk Home raises over $50,000 for El Camino Homeless Organization
ATASCADERO — The North County community came out in droves to support the El Camino Homeless Organization’s (ECHO) 12th Annual Long Walk Home. The awareness walk began at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 23, and ended at the Atascadero ECHO campus at 11 a.m., which is when a barbecue lunch for participants started.
October Issue of Atascadero News Magazine in Your Mailbox this Friday
We are proud to announce another issue of Atascadero News Magazine for our loyal fans and new readers. Our team put together another great issue, and we hope you enjoy it!. In this issue, we highlight The 50th Anniversary of the Atascadero Colony Days Royalty. We also shine a light...
Winter and Ward Garage building gets new life on El Camino
ATASCADERO — If you’ve driven through downtown Atascadero, chances are you’ve seen the old Winter and Ward Garage buildings on the 5680 block of El Camino Real. The Garages, which originally opened in 1928, were owned by Victor Ward and N.T. Winter. And though they were separate businesses, they shared a common wall. Today, the two historical buildings are thought of as one and the same, and the Winter and Ward Garage is getting a new life after being empty since the early 2000s.
San Luis Obispo County Supervisors mull over easing cannabis regulations
SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY — San Luis Obispo County supervisors reviewed their cannabis policies and chances are, regulations are looking to loosen. During the Tuesday, Sept. 26, meeting, the Board of Supervisors voted to direct staff to adjust the current cannabis ordinance to allow brick-and-mortar retail stores in unincorporated areas for the first time. This came after several local cannabis business owners urged supervisors to loosen regulations set on them as heavy fees and rules are greatly affecting them. Overall, they asked to be treated as a regular commodity.
City Council approves ordinance regulating camping in the city
Ordinance change necessitated by U.S. court decisions, ballot measures, and state legislation. ATASCADERO—The Atascadero City Council met for their regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 26, at 6 p.m. The hybrid meeting was held in the City Council Chambers. The agenda passed unanimously. Items one, two, three, and five...
Colony Days Committee Seeks Volunteers for Colony Days Parade
ATASCADERO — The Colony Days Committee is on the lookout for volunteers to help out during the Colony Days’ festivities taking place on Saturday, Oct. 7, from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. As of now, they’re looking for eight volunteers to be at barricades on the parade route...
Roads closed after fatal vehicle vs. pedestrian collision
ATASCADERO — Earlier today, the Atascadero Police Department and Atascadero Emergency Services responded to a vehicle vs. pedestrian collision that occurred just south of the Vons store on El Camino Real. The incident took place before 2 p.m. and resulted in the fatality of the pedestrian involved. A male...
Volunteers needed for annual Atascadero River and Creek Cleanup Day
ATASCADERO — The City of Atascadero and the Atascadero Mutual Water Company (AMWC) are working together on the 27th Annual Atascadero Creek and River Cleanup Day to be held on Saturday, Sept. 30 from 9 a.m. until 12 p.m. and they are looking for volunteers. Keeping Atascadero Creek and...
Brick by Brick Fall Wine Festival to showcase Atascadero Printery Foundation’s new campaign
ATASCADERO — The Atascadero Printery Foundation announced the Brick by Brick Fall Wine Festival, an event dedicated to raising funds for its new campaign to create an outdoor stage. The festival will occur on Saturday, Sept. 30, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the historic Atascadero Printery building at 6351 Olmeda Ave. in Atascadero.
Colony Days Committee announces Robert ‘Grigger’ Jones as Grand Marshal
ATASCADERO — The Colony Days Committee has officially announced the Grand Marshal and the King and Queen of the Colony Days Parade. This year, the honor of Grand Marshal will go to Robert “Grigger” Jones, while Donn and Christine Clickard will wear the crowns of King and Queen.
Parents address school board on dissatisfaction with special ed classrooms
ATASCADERO — The Atascadero Unified School District (AUSD) met for their regularly scheduled trustee meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 19, at 7 p.m. At the meeting, parents within the district brought concerns to the trustee board on bullying and the lack of consistency in special education classrooms throughout the district.
Atascadero Design Review Committee moves Dove Creek Project forward
ATASCADERO — At the Design Review Committee (DRC) meeting at City Hall on Thursday, Sept. 14, at 2 p.m., the committee members were presented with the Design and Neighborhood Compatibility Review of a New Mixed-Use Development at Dove Creek. The proposed project is similar to others that have been presented in the past. It includes a mixed-use development with commercial spaces, a food court, residential units, and short-term rentals.
San Luis Obispo County explores independent redistricting commission
SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY — Supervisorial district boundaries could be put into the hands of the public after a 3-2 vote directed staff to explore developing an independent redistricting commission at the San Luis Obispo County Board of Supervisors meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 12. The district map approved in...
SLO Master Chorale plans for 2023/2024 season with concert series and educational events
SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY — The San Luis Obispo Master Chorale announced its 2023-24 season, featuring three diverse concerts of choral masterworks conducted by Thomas Davies at the Performing Arts Center San Luis Obispo, plus free educational community presentations. The season’s programming begins with the Nov. 19 concert, “Chants...
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